COMICE PEARS IN SPICY RED WINE

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Any firm seasonal pear could be used, Comice pears are my favourite. This desert is a variation of pears in red wine which we have adjusted and modified over a period of time. It makes the perfect end to a meal with its spicy flavours and rich syrupy liquid complemented by clotted cream or with an orange zest flavoured Crème fraiche.

Provided by The Maltese Falcon

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h

Yield 6 pears, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

625 ml full-bodied red wine
125 ml port wine
1 cinnamon stick
3 cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 pieces thin orange zest
2 tablespoons red currant jelly
200 g brown sugar
6 pears
150 ml clotted cream or 150 ml creme fraiche

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C/gas
  • Put all the ingredients except the pears and cream into a heatproof casserole with a close-fitting lid. Bring to a simmer. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stalks intact, and add to the poaching liquid. Cover, and then put in the oven for 1½-2 hours depending on the ripeness and size of the pears. (If making ahead, leave to cool, then chill for 1-2 days.)
  • To serve, remove the pears to a serving plate, place the casserole back on the heat, and reduce the liquid until it reaches a syrupy consistency,(you can add some arrowroot at this stage if desired). Strain it over the pears, which should now look glossy and red.
  • Serve with the clotted cream or the orange zest flavoured Crème Fraiche.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 22.8, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 54.2, Protein 0.8

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